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Planning in Holt

Approved
85%
74 of 79 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Holt in the last 24 months, from North Norfolk District Council's planning register.

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About Holt

Holt is a charming market town in Norfolk, located 23 miles north of Norwich and 10 miles west of Cromer, with a population of 3,550 (rising to 3,810 including the ward, as of the 2011 census). It falls under the jurisdiction of North Norfolk District Council and features a heritage railway station, serving as the south-western terminus of the picturesque North Norfolk Railway, also known as the Poppy Line. This blend of community and heritage makes Holt a notable area for planning applications. The town has a population of approximately 4,015 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Holt covers an area of approximately 12.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Holt show an average sale price of £412,146, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holt area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Holt a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Holt has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holt planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.northnorfolk.org/holt/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Holt, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 176 planning applications were submitted near Holt. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), tree works (16), outline applications (5). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holt?
In the last 24 months, 176 planning applications were submitted near Holt. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holt?
The average planning decision time near Holt is 58 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Holt?
The planning approval rate near Holt is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holt?
The most common type of planning application near Holt is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holt?
You can search and track planning applications near Holt on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.